mutilation

noun

Meaning

The act of causing severe physical damage to a body or object, especially by cutting off or destroying an essential part.

Examples

The report detailed the horrific mutilation of the historical documents by vandals.
He was charged with the mutilation of a corpse after the crime scene was discovered.

Synonyms: damage, injury, maiming, disfigurement

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mutilation

noun

Pronunciation: ˌmjuːtɪˈleɪʃən

Definition

The act of causing severe physical damage to a body or object, especially by cutting off or destroying an essential part.

Examples

The report detailed the horrific mutilation of the historical documents by vandals.
He was charged with the mutilation of a corpse after the crime scene was discovered.
The constant mutilation of the trees by the construction crew left the park looking desolate.

Synonyms of mutilation

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